From classic to Kenny Powers, don't make your getup this October 31 an aberration — make it a permanent addition to your wardrobe. And your lady's.

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Halloween for Men (and Women) Who Care About Clothes

Halloween for Men (and Women) Who Care About Clothes

Anyone can spend $200 on a nice Halloween costume, but come November 1, that Gladiator outfit isn't going to get much wear. Instead of dropping your hard-earned cash on a one-and-done, why not invest in a piece (or two) that can anchor your Halloween attire and your regular party gear? Here's how to buy five classic looks before it's too late, plus some matching suggestions for the woman on your arm.

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Costume No. 1: Marty McFly

Costume No. 1: Marty McFly

Back to the Future, you say? Its protagonist's two key pieces — a denim jacket and the puffer vest — couldn't be more essential for the fall season right now. Wear them separately and you're just a sharply dressed, casual man. Wear them together, and all of a sudden you're beefing with Biff circa 1985. And remember, you can still dress up as Marty again in 2015, only with these kicks as your investment piece.

Click VIEW LARGER to see the keeper items, and here to buy: down vest ($550) by Burberry Brit, saksfifthavenue.com; denim jacket ($64.99) by GAP, gap.com

Halloween for Men (and Women) Who Care About Clothes

Anyone can spend $200 on a nice Halloween costume, but come November 1, that Gladiator outfit isn't going to get much wear. Instead of dropping your hard-earned cash on a one-and-done, why not invest in a piece (or two) that can anchor your Halloween attire and your regular party gear? Here's how to buy five classic looks before it's too late, plus some matching suggestions for the woman on your arm.

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Costume No. 1: Marty McFly

Back to the Future, you say? Its protagonist's two key pieces — a denim jacket and the puffer vest — couldn't be more essential for the fall season right now. Wear them separately and you're just a sharply dressed, casual man. Wear them together, and all of a sudden you're beefing with Biff circa 1985. And remember, you can still dress up as Marty again in 2015, only with these kicks as your investment piece.

Click VIEW LARGER to see the keeper items, and here to buy: down vest ($550) by Burberry Brit, saksfifthavenue.com; denim jacket ($64.99) by GAP, gap.com

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Companion No. 1: Jennifer

Marty's girlfriend was wavy-haired and cute as a button. And oddly, everything she wore is kind of back in style, so your lady friend can probably get away with shopping her closet. Or American Apparel.

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Costume No. 2: J.J. Gettes

October is late for a linen suit, but forget it, Jake, it's Chinatown. And Jack Nicholson's character in it was one of the best-dressed in movie history. Which makes him perfect inspiration for a costume — and for the one you put on every day. And you'll be putting the linen back on any day now, right? Well, more like 250 days, but still, they're on sale.

Companion No. 2: Evelyn

Faye Dunaway's tortured widow looked gorgeous, stoic, elegant, and at turns completely crazy. Sound familiar? She was also one of the best dressed women in movie history, making you two quite the pair.

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Costume No. 3: Indiana Jones

If only Harrison Ford had laid down the whip for good after Last Crusade... Alas, we digress: Dr. Jones remains cinema's best-dressed archaeologist. (Sorry, James Spader.) And don't worry too much about the specific style of Indy's leather jacket — it just needs to be brown.

Click VIEW LARGER to see the keeper item, and here to buy: vintage motorcycle jacket ($560) by Schott, schottnyc.com

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Companion No. 3: Marion

Go for Karen Allen's bar owner from Raiders of the Lost Ark, because dressing up as one of Indy's sexy Nazis could cause some trouble. Plus, Karen Allen is fantastic.

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Costume No. 4: Tareq Salahi

Dressing as the White House party crashers is not only kinda still topical — it's also an excellent excuse to wear a tux. And to buy one. Think it's a superfluous purchase? Thank us later. Add a couple lapel pins and a big fake smile, and you're good to go.

Companion No. 4: Michaele

All your lady needs is a red dress, straight blond hair (or wig), and the cold, dead eyes of a mental patient. Note: requirements double for next season's Real Housewives.

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Costume No. 5: Kenny Fking Powers

Between his mullet and his extensive collection of sleeveless tees, the hero of Eastbound & Down is not exactly a style icon. Between the mullet and the extensive collection of sleeveless t-shirts, you don't need much more evidence. But one thing Powers does know is how to have a good time, and so do you. So while his snap-front work shirt might not become an everyday item, you'll still be the man every time you throw it on. (With a mullet wig.)

Click VIEW LARGER to see the keeper item, and here to buy: Sonel shirt ($130) by Diesel, diesel.com